Manchester United are currently conducting a review of their manager, Erik ten Hag, and a decision on his future is expected to be made this week. The club will have to pay £9 million in compensation if they decide to sack him. This review comes after a disappointing season for United, with Ten Hag only managing to guide them to 8th place in the league.
In other news, Harry Maguire has been left out of England’s squad for Euro 2024 due to a calf injury. Maguire confirmed on Instagram that he is devastated not to have been selected and will now focus on recovering for next season with Manchester United.
Meanwhile, United are reportedly interested in signing Everton centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite this summer. Branthwaite has impressed with his performances for Everton and could provide additional defensive depth for United.
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Sergio Romero has debuted a new platinum haircut while playing for Boca Juniors. Romero, who is Argentina’s most-capped stopper, has a new look that is almost unrecognizable from his time at United.
Declan Rice has backed Kobbie Mainoo following Gareth Southgate’s England squad announcement. Mainoo was voted FA Cup player of the season after scoring in United’s 2-1 victory over Manchester City in the final. Rice praised Mainoo’s performances and said he fully deserves his place in the squad.
Manchester United have also faced setbacks in their transfer plans. They failed in an attempt to hijack Chelsea’s deal for Tosin Adarabioyo, with negotiations already too advanced between Adarabioyo and Chelsea. United also missed out on signing Joshua Zirkzee, as AC Milan are set to trigger his £34 million release clause.
On a positive note, Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes is pushing for a new contract at the club. Fernandes wants higher wages that would put him in the top pay bracket alongside players like Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho.
Overall, Manchester United are facing important decisions regarding their manager and transfer targets. The club will need to make strategic moves to strengthen their squad and improve their performance in the upcoming season.